Common Causes of Clogs

Understanding the common causes of clogs can help you prevent or, rather, reduce the risk of blockages in the first place. There are some causes that are out of your control for the most part, but most can be managed:

• Tree Roots: Be careful with where you plant trees. Invasive and aggressive tree roots can pierce and penetrate pipes when looking for sources of water, blocking the drain line.
• Minerals: “Hard water” is water with high mineral content. The minerals in the water can cling to pipes and build up, clogging the line. Consider a water softener installation.
• Hair: Bathroom drains are most often blocked by bundles of hair strands. A drain filter or brushing your hair before getting in the shower can help.
• Food Scraps: Do not rely too much on your garbage disposal. Toss food scraps in the trash instead and let the garbage disposal take care of only what slips by.
• FOG: Fats, oils, and greases can harden in the drain line. Do not pour FOG down the drains.

Still, no matter how careful you are, the possibility of a clogged drain stands. A drain cleaning in Santa Maria is just one call away.

Clogged Drain Line Repair in Santa Maria, CA

Unclogging Vs. Drain Cleaning

Unclogging a clogged toilet or clogged kitchen sink can be as easy as pulling out the drain snake or plunger and putting the elbow grease to work, but unclogging is not the same as a drain cleaning. Unclogging your drains with these methods only offers temporary relief as they do not eliminate the debris completely. A new blockage can begin to form shortly after a snaking or plunge. Plus, drain snakes can scrape against the pipes and cause damage, forcing you to get a clogged drain repair in Santa Maria.
Drain cleaning, on the other hand, gives long-lasting results. Our hydro jetting drain cleaning, especially, provides safe and thorough cleaning. This method is akin to pressure washing the inside of the drain line. If you want to learn more about the efficiency of hydro jetting drain cleaning, then call Rooter Hero Plumbing to speak with a friendly professional.

Need Drain Cleaning Now?

If you have been searching the web for “drain cleaning near me,” then you are at the right place. Rooter Hero Plumbing offers drain cleaning in Santa Maria 24 hours a day and 365 days of the year. Call Rooter Hero Plumbing now to speak with a live representative.